Gingerbread Cookies
Gingerbread cookies are a festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings, featuring warm spices and a delightful aroma. Enjoy decorating them with icing for a fun activity!
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 2-3 cups all-purpose flour (2 cups = 265g)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground clove
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, room temp (reg or vegan)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed (100g)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk (reg or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup molasses (140g)
Icing Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 4-5 tsp water
- 1 tsp corn syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 squeeze Gel food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix 2 cups of flour, salt, ginger, cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract, milk, and molasses to the butter mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour, a little at a time.
- Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for at least an hour.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are firm.
- Let them cool completely before decorating with icing.
Icing
- For the icing, mix powdered sugar, water, corn syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add food coloring if desired and use a piping bag to decorate.
Notes
Make sure to measure your ingredients accurately for the best results. Chill the dough before rolling it out to make it easier to handle. Feel free to add more spices or try different flavorings to personalize your gingerbread. Use sprinkles or edible glitter to make your cookies extra festive.